Women in STEM
(Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) first became a focus in US education during the Cold War, but in recent years the focus has shifted to training and supporting female and minority students. It...
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Pi Day Activities
Pi, 3.14, is the ratio of a circle’s circumference to its diameter. Inventors applied the mathematics of pi when making the wheel, pendulums, aircrafts, and more. Pi is a transcendental...
Women's History Month Spotlight: The Girl Scouts
History of the Girl Scouts When celebrating Women’s History Month, it’s hard not to mention the Girl Scouts. Juliette Gordon initiated the Girl Scouts in 1912. She was a nearly...
Great Presidents' Day Activities for Every Classroom
3 FUN PRESIDENTS' DAY ACTIVITIES K-5 Wax Museum Project In this project students will become their presidential role models! Have each student choose a president and do some research on...
Making the Most of the End of Summer
As the summer holidays are coming to a close it’s time to start preparing for the upcoming school year. Whether it’s on the beach or at home, here are some...